I am not a mess . . . Posted on August 29th, 2010
. . . and this is unusual!
Every fall, every August, September and October of my life I have suffered with hayfever. And I am usually a mess.
This year, I am not a mess and it is not normal for me.
The only thing different this year is that I have gone “gluten-free” with my diet.
Yes, that is all that I have done. No medications, just no gluten.
Am I completely healed? No, I still sneeze occasionally and blow my nose. But for someone with severe hayfever symptoms the key word here is occasionally.
So we are doing a happy dance in our home and Kleenex brand can just keep a bigger supply of tissues this year.
Squeals!
Summer Sale Posted on August 21st, 2010
My girls are having a huge sale on their paper dolls through the end of August.
These historical paper dolls will go wonderfully with your history studies, as well as encouraging your daughters in virtuous womanhood and modesty.
Wide Awake Posted on August 17th, 2010
I used to be completely oblivious to what was going on in Washington. I suspect that has been a common practice and is one of the reasons that our government has grown into this monster that it is today.
The weaker our minds are, the weaker our families are, the weaker our faith is, the weaker our churches are the easier it is for our government to grow and try to control every area of our lives.
We need to cry out to the Lord for mercy, repent of our ways, and put our trust in Him and Him alone. No government can be our savior, only the Lord Jesus Christ is Savior.
May the Lord be exalted in our lives, our homes, our churches and our communities!
Bless the Lord, O my soul,
and all that is within me,
bless His holy name!
Bless the Lord, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits,
who forgives all your iniquity,
who heals all your diseases,
who redeems your life from the pit,
who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy,
who satisfies you with good
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
Psalm 103: 1-5
Beginning Hand Sewing Posted on August 10th, 2010
I have a post over on Raising Homemakers today on beginning hand sewing. It will also explain my odd looking embroidery in the picture.
Indoctrination Trailer Posted on August 6th, 2010
IndoctriNation Trailer from IndoctriNation on Vimeo.
Does anyone else see a pattern here? As you study history and learn more about Socialism, Communism, and Marxism you can see that these ideas have invaded our government schools and our churches. I am looking forward to seeing this full documentary as well as the one called Segregation.
We don’t have to wait for the documentaries to come out and tell us that our society is a mess. We can see that already, if we are truly looking. Are you looking, researching, digging into the facts, seeking the Lord and His word for wisdom?
These two documentaries are revealing what those in leadership have been doing. What are their reasons for doing this? Where are they getting their marching orders?
Some things to ask yourself. What are the reasons you do what you do? Where do your marching orders come from? Who influences you the most? Where is your information coming from?
Gluten Free Flour Mixes Posted on August 2nd, 2010
I have been using the following gluten free flour mixes with a great deal of success.
The first is from the Kate at Gluten Free Gobsmacked with my variation. We don’t use corn so I replace the cornstarch with arrowroot.
Gobsmacked Mix
2 1/4 cups white rice flour
1/4 cup potato starch
2/3 cup tapioca flour
3/4 cup sweet rice flour
1/3 arrowroot starch
2 tsp xanthan gum
The other mix I have been using is from Peter and Kelli Bronski and their blog, No Gluten, No Problem. Again I replaced the cornstarch with arrowroot starch and tapioca flour. Peter and Kelli Bronski have also written a cookbook that has been very helpful called Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking.
Artisan Flour Mix
5 cups brown rice flour
3 cups sorghum flour
1 1/3 cup tapioca flour
1 cup arrowroot starch
1/4 cup + 4 tsp potato flour
1 T + 1 tsp xanthan gum
I have been using the Gobsmacked mix for items like Chocolate Chip cookies, biscuits, etc.
I have been using the Artisanal mix for pancakes, naan bread, etc.
Mexican Seasoning and Enchilada Sauce from Scratch Posted on August 2nd, 2010
A couple of years ago I started making my own mix for Mexican seasoning and now that we are eating gluten free (GF) I am so thankful that I have this recipe. Wheat flour is one of the first ingredients in taco seasoning packages. So here is my gluten free version. It can easily be made “normal” with regular flour if you prefer.
GF Mexican Seasoning
1/2 cup Gluten Free flour mix
4 T chili powder
1/2 cup onion powder
4 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp salt or less
8 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
4 tsp sugar
4 tsp cumin
2 tsp oregano
Mix together and store in jar. Label the jar so you don’t forget what is in it and so others will know what it is. Label the jar GF Mexican Seasoning – use 3 T. with each lb of meat.
You could stir in a little water after adding the seasoning if you want.
GF Enchilada Sauce
6 oz can tomato paste
3 cups water
2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cornstarch or tapioca starch
2 tsp white vinegar
2 tsp onion powder
In saucepan, combine all of the ingredients. Heat the sauce to boiling over medium heat while constantly stirring. Continue to boil and stir for another 2 to 4 minutes until it thickens.
Remove from heat and cool. Can be stored in jar with an airtight lid in refrigerator for 2 to 3 months. Can be used as enchilada sauce or hot sauce on tacos.
You can adjust the hotness by decreasing or increasing the cayenne pepper.
Segregation Posted on July 25th, 2010
Segregation from NCFIC on Vimeo.
This clip is a preview of a new documentary that the NCFIC is producing about the fall-out of the modern youth group movement. It is very thought provoking.